United Nigeria Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-800 aircraft, joining the global Boeing 737 family in a strategic move to expand its fleet and strengthen its operations across Africa and beyond.
The signing ceremony took place at the corporate campus of Southwest Airlines in Dallas, USA, with industry partners Boeing and SkyWorks Holdings facilitating the acquisition.
Anbessie Yitbarek, Boeing’s Vice President of Commercial Sales and Marketing for Africa, said the deal reinforces the airline’s growth trajectory.
“We are pleased to welcome United Nigeria Airlines to the 737 family with its first 737-800. The 737-800 will provide United Nigeria Airlines with superior reliability, fuel efficiency, and high-value returns operators require in today’s competitive market,” Yitbarek stated.
The transaction was brokered through SkyWorks Holdings, LLC, which partnered with Southwest Airlines to enable the deal. Anders Hebrand, Chief Commercial Officer of SkyWorks, emphasized the significance of the acquisition.
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“With United Nigeria Airlines, these top-of-the-line 737-800s have found a great home in the growing African aviation market, where they will be productive for many more years to come,” Hebrand noted.
United Nigeria Airlines, one of Africa’s fastest-growing carriers, has consistently expanded its route network, connecting major Nigerian cities and preparing for regional and international operations. The airline’s mission is to provide safe, reliable, and customer-focused travel experiences while delivering efficiency and affordability.
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Southwest Airlines, the world’s largest operator of the Boeing 737, continues to modernize its fleet as a global leader in low-cost, reliable air travel. Meanwhile, SkyWorks Holdings remains a leading force in aviation financing, leasing, and advisory services worldwide.
This development places United Nigeria Airlines in a stronger position to compete in the African aviation market, while also opening opportunities for regional and international expansion.
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